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Searches for health foods up 234% YoY on Ocado website
Ocado Retail has revealed it will showcase and support brands focused on healthier and more sustainable food.
Strait of Hormuz closure threatens global food production, says Yara
Industry has heard from fertiliser producer Yara’s chief executive that the war in Iran could threaten global food production as fertiliser supply sees disruption.
IGD predicts $1 trillion in global convenience sales by 2030
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has forecast that the global convenience channel will grow from around $900 billion in 2025 to more than $1 trillion in sales by 2030.
The Tofoo Co acquires German plant-based manufacturer
UK tofu brand The Tofoo Co Ltd has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Topas, a German-based manufacturer of organic plant-based products.
NFU calls for “sensible approach” to SPS deal
The National Farmers’ Union has highlighted a need for a “sensible, phased transitional approach” to alignment with the EU as part of the future sanitary and phytosanitary agreement.
Deadline week for Food Awards product nominations and voting
The final deadline for product entry nominations into the annual FMT Food Industry Awards is this week, at midnight on Wednesday 4th February.
“Sustained appetite” for mergers and acquisitions, finds report
Oghma Partners has released its 2026 M&A Review of the UK Food and Beverage Sector report, finding the UK “remained resilient despite geopolitical uncertainty”.
Sysco urges Government to address “significant employment challenges”
UK foodservice supplier Sysco GB has called on Government to “take greater action” to address employment challenges facing the wholesale sector.
Aldi announces £370m investment in new store openings
UK discounter Aldi has revealed it will invest £370 million in 2026 to open 40 new stores across Britain.
Danone calls for clarity in UK nutrition classification system
Global food manufacturer Danone has published a report calling for a consistent definition of “healthy food” to end consumer confusion.
Cheddar market sees “signs of recovery”, AHDB finds
Analysis from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has found that plummeting dairy commodity prices “may have found a floor”.
BRC finds cost of Government policy driving retail prices
The British Retail Consortium reported a rise in food inflation in January to 3.9%, which was above the three-month average of 3.4%.
M&S increases chicken farming commitments by 33%
UK retailer Marks & Spencer will increase its purchases of chicken from suppliers by a third after seeing an uplift in sales across its value chicken lines.
Morrisons reports “resilient performance” in challenging market
UK supermarket Morrisons has published its financial results for the 52 weeks ended 26th October 2025, together with an update on sales over Christmas.
Arla Foods to open Northamptonshire central distribution centre
UK dairy cooperative Arla Foods has partnered with XPO Logistics to launch a central distribution centre, which will handle all Arla UK’s chilled, palletised products.
IGD launches GLP-1 insight programme for food businesses
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has announced an insight programme aiming to help food industry businesses navigate the impacts of weight loss medication use.
Vegan brands to split from VFG
Meatless Farm and Vegan Fried Chicken are to split from plant-based company Vegan Food Group.
Former Unilever chief executive appointed Barry Callebaut CEO
Global chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut has revealed that Hein Schumacher will succeed Peter Feld as CEO effective 26th January 2026.
Consumer confidence sees improvement despite “stubborn” inflation
The British Retail Consortium has observed an improvement in consumer confidence, but warns confidence “could falter” as inflation remains high.
Welsh food to be showcased in Dubai
Food & Drink Wales will spotlight Welsh food at Gulfood 2026, taking place from 26th-30th January in Dubai.
Awards Review
Find out all of the winners and finalists from the 2025 Food Management Industry Awards. The much anticipated event took place on Thursday 26th June at the 5-star Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington.
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